Tuna & Olive Spinach Salad
Tuna & Olive Spinach Salad is a deliciously vibrant dish that combines crisp spinach leaves, tender tuna, and briny olives for a refreshing meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this salad can be prepared in just 10 minutes, allowing you to enjoy a nutritious and flavorful option without the hassle. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or served as a side at your next barbecue, this salad is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
- 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the spinach under cold water and dry thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, drained tuna, black olives, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg